EMEA Mechanical Engineering Director – Data Center Leader

Vantage; Greater London; On-site; GBP 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Vantage seeks a Director, Mechanical Engineering, EMEA to lead a team of engineers overseeing data center critical infrastructure design and delivery across the region. You will drive high-level schematic design, specifications, submittals, and commissioning activities while guiding the team through career development and recruitment.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design output meets CAPEX/OPEX targets and standards, and participate in strategic initiatives to

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Chartered Engineer status preferred (Professional Engineer).
• 10+ years in data center mechanical engineering management; 15 years preferred.
• Data center experience required; EMEA construction exposure advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical engineering team for the EMEA region, aligning with company goals.
• Oversee design, review, and execution of multiple projects within budget and schedule.
• Coordinate with facilities operations, sales, marketing, and SMEs for seamless delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with building and fire codes and industry standards; drive risk management.

Skills

Team leadership

Data center knowledge

Revit/BIM/Navisworks

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

BSc Mechanical Engineering

Chartered Engineer

Tools

Revit

BIM

Navisworks

Job description

Vantage seeks a Director, Mechanical Engineering, EMEA to lead a team of engineers overseeing data center critical infrastructure design and delivery across the region. You will drive high-level schematic design, specifications, submittals, and commissioning activities while guiding the team through career development and recruitment.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design output meets CAPEX/OPEX targets and standards, and participate in strategic initiatives to